Melanoma skin cancer cases in UK hit record level, analysis finds
Melanoma skin cancer cases in the UK have reached a record high, with over 20,000 diagnoses reported in 2022. Cancer Research UK projects that this number could rise to 26,500 new cases annually by 2040. The increase is attributed to the country's growing and aging population, highlighting the importance of sun safety measures.
- ▪In 2022, 20,980 people were diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer in the UK, marking the first time cases exceeded 20,000.
- ▪Cancer Research UK forecasts a 23% increase in melanoma cases among men and a 26% increase among women by 2040.
- ▪Nearly 90% of melanoma cases in the UK are caused by overexposure to UV radiation from the sun and sunbeds.
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Cancer Research UK estimates that by 2040 there could be 26,500 new melanoma cases every year in the UK. Photograph: Posed by models; Inside Creative House/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenCancer Research UK estimates that by 2040 there could be 26,500 new melanoma cases every year in the UK. Photograph: Posed by models; Inside Creative House/Getty ImagesSkin cancerMelanoma skin cancer cases in UK hit record level, analysis findsCancer Research UK figures show number diagnosed with most serious form of skin cancer has risen above 20,000 for first timeTobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent Thu 21 May 2026 19.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe number of cases from the most serious form of skin cancer have reached a record high across the UK, according to analysis by a…
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